Reviewed by Andrew HughesReviewed by Andrew Hughes The Green Giant arborvitae is an especially fast-growing hybrid between the Western redcedar and Japanese arborvitae. Unlike some other ...

This week's Plant Pick of the Week is a down-sized version of a deer-resistant arborvitae that's a better size for most ...

Giant Arborvitae. Pawel Kacperek / Getty Images. Giant Arborvitae ... If you want a low-maintenance shrub, this evergreen plant with bright green foliage is a great choice. USDA Grow Zone: 3-7.

If you've got deer problems, try Thuja plicata 'Green Giant,' 'Steeplechase' or 'Spring Grove.' These are selections of western arborvitae, a species that deer apparently don't think is as tasty ...

A neglected arborvitae can easily become too large for its space, without enough green margin for pruning. In nature, arborvitaes can reach 50 to 70 feet tall and 30 feet wide.